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As early as 1991, Commander David Cashman had suggested that Structure must sail to celebrate her 200th anniversary in 1997 as opposed to getting towed. The proposal was accepted, even though it had been thought to be a significant enterprise since she experienced not sailed in more than a hundred a long time.Structure entered dry dock in 1992 for

Commander Billie J. Farrell, initially woman captain of Structure, witnessed here in January 2022 Structure emerged from A 3-year repair service period in November 2010. Through this time, the complete spar deck was stripped down to the help beams, as well as decking overhead was replaced to restore its unique curvature, allowing for drinking water